Balai is derived from the Malay word “balay” which means house. Inspired by what the pandemic of 2020 has brought to us - doing our best from being at home: through working, schooling, or discovering new things with the family.

Incorporated with handwoven Buri, our BALAI slides are truly the modern tsinelas from Sewn’s Pambahay Series.

• Sustainable upper made from handwoven dried Buri, the largest palm tree in the Philippines.

• Suede-like lining for that comfy fit.

• Padded footbed covered with man-made leather.

• Gum outer sole.

• Fitting: True to size.

• Available colors: Olive Green, White.

• Handcrafted by shoemakers of Marikina for Sewn - Sustain Our Homegrown.